A Pregnant Patient Who Has Had a Prior Obstetric History

question 33

Multiple Choice

A pregnant patient who has had a prior obstetric history of preterm labors is pregnant with her third child. The physician has ordered a fetal fibronectin test. Which instructions should be given to the patient regarding this clinical test?

• A) Patient must be NPO prior to testing.
• B) Blood work will be drawn every week to help confirm the start of preterm labor.
• C) Patient should refrain from sexual activity prior to testing.
• D) A urine specimen will be collected for testing.

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